Dubai, Dubai welcomed 9.31 million international overnight visitors from January to June 2024, a 9 percent increase over the 8.55 million tourist arrivals in the first half of 2023, according to data published by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Following a landmark 2023, when the city hosted 17.15 million international overnight visitors, Dubai has continued to sustain its strong tourism momentum. The growth in the first six months of this year puts the city on track for a record performance in 2024, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. Source: Bahrain News Agency
Ayla Red Sea Half Marathon Set to Boost Sports Tourism in Aqaba
November 3, 2026
Aqaba:The city of Aqaba is gearing up to welcome runners and visitors on December 4 for the Ayla Red Sea Half Marathon, a major event aimed at enhancing the city’s tourism appeal and reinforcing its status as a hub for sports tourism.
According to J…